For years, peak season and Q4 planning followed a familiar playbook. Book transportation early. Build inventory buffers. Secure warehouse space before capacity tightens. But 2026 is not a typical year. Many importers have already accelerated shipments, adjusted sourcing strategies, and frontloaded inventory in response to ongoing tariff uncertainty and changing trade policies. As a result, …
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UPDATED 1/9/2025 – ILA and USMX Reach Tentative Agreement! The ILA and USMX have reached a tentative six-year master contract agreement, averting a major East and Gulf coast port strike. This development ensures continued operations and job protections while advancing port modernization. However, some shipping lines already announced strike-related surcharges may remain in place despite …
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